Kufuor Hosts Gambian Politician

Prince Ebrahim Sanyang, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters – The Gambia (EFF-Gambia), met with former Ghanaian President John Agyekum Kufuor in Accra, seeking advice on democratic governance and national development. Kufuor, respected for his role in strengthening democracy and implementing reforms in Ghana from 2001 to 2009, welcomed Sanyang and shared insights from his own experience.

During their closed-door discussion, Kufuor emphasized the importance of strong institutions, respect for constitutional term limits, tolerance for opposing views, and peaceful transition of power. He advised Sanyang to prioritize fiscal discipline, agricultural transformation, private sector growth, and transparent public resource management. Kufuor cautioned against unnecessary borrowing without clear benefits for citizens, such as job creation and improved living standards.

Sanyang, who is aiming for political power in The Gambia, acknowledged the need to learn from both Ghana's successes and its shortcomings. He highlighted potential areas for Gambia to improve, such as value addition, financial inclusion, digital systems, tourism, the creative economy, and leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat in Accra.

However, Sanyang stressed that The Gambia should not adopt any country's policies wholesale, but rather adapt what works best for its unique situation, focusing on building robust institutions that can correct course.

Sanyang reiterated his vision for a secure, just, and productive Gambia, where poverty is not an inevitable fate and every citizen has an equal opportunity to work and live with dignity. He advocated for a culture where people come before power and service takes precedence over privilege.